Dr. Mathew Levine, D.O.
Dr. Mathew Levine is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cumming, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Levine has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#62 in Georgia) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 61 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Levine performs near average in knee (41 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Levine's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (41 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Cumming is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cumming area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Levine extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 61 in the most recent data, a 336% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Levine's 41 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Levine Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Cumming, GA 30041
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Levine's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 336% from 14 procedures in 2016 to 61 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Levine
How does Dr. Levine's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Levine has performed 61 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Levine ranks #76 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Levine perform?
Dr. Levine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Levine in Cumming?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Cumming in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Levine represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Levine's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 61 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Levine's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Levine's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2016 to 61 in the most recent data, a 336% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Levine perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Levine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Levine affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Levine is affiliated with Northside Hospital Forsyth.
How does Dr. Levine compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cumming?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Cumming, Dr. Levine ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cumming has 579 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Levine practices?
Northside Hospital Forsyth (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cumming, Georgia
Dr. Levine's 61 Medicare procedures are below the Cumming average of 134. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cumming.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Decook | 579 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Guild | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Yarbrough | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brandon Naylor | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Verhotz | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Griffith | 19 | Shoulder |
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